Tragic Train Crossover in Bavaria Leaves Two Dead and Several Injured
What Went Down?
- The incident happened late Monday, May 7, in the southern Bavarian region, between Ingolstadt and Augsburg.
- A commuter train went straight into a freight train, creating a catastrophic collision.
- At least two people lost their lives, and a dozen others were taken to hospitals with varying levels of injury.
Deutsche Bahn’s Update
Deutsche Bahn, Germany’s national rail operator, confirmed the tragedy but kept details scant.
The spokesperson noted that “some passengers are seriously injured while others are only lightly wounded.”
German police confirmed that 14 people were hurt.
Next Steps
Triggering immediate investigations, authorities are sifting through data to pinpoint why the two trains ended up on a fatal collision course.
At this point, the cause remains unknown, and Deutsche Bahn has yet to release a full explanation.
